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A rustic bowl of hearty cowboy stew with meat and vegetables

Quick way to grow 5-Ingredient Cowboy Stew

This hearty 5-ingredient cowboy stew is a quick and easy meal perfect for a busy weeknight. It's packed with flavor and sure to satisfy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes (undrained)
  • 15 oz canned kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 15 oz canned corn (drained)
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven, then drain any excess fat.
  • Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, corn, and BBQ sauce.
  • Bring the stew to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and flavors have melded.

Notes

Serve this stew with a side of cornbread or crusty bread for a complete meal. You can also customize it by adding a pinch of chili powder or a dash of hot sauce for extra spice.